Are Selfie’s Influencing Plastic Surgery Trends?

It was the selfie seen around the world when Oscar host, Ellen Degeneres tweeted a picture of Hollywood A-listers gathered together and snapped by Academy Award nominated actor (and amateur photographer) – Bradley Cooper. The image went viral, with 1.3 million retweets in the first hour and became the most retweeted photo in Twitter history […]

Are Cosmetic Surgeons the Same As Plastic Surgeons

Although many people use the terms “cosmetic surgeon” and “plastic surgeon” interchangeably, a cosmetic surgeon is not necessarily the same as a plastic surgeon. If you are considering plastic surgery, it is crucial to know the difference between the two terms. That way, you have all the information needed to evaluate a surgeon’s qualifications properly […]

How to Choose an Accredited Plastic Surgery Facility

You may already realize that choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon (such a Joshua A. Greenwald) is an important factor in obtaining safe cosmetic surgery treatment and attractive results. However, some people may not realize how important it is to make sure that the plastic surgeon’s operating facility is accredited by an authorized organization. Finding an […]

Tips to Avoid Unnatural Cosmetic Surgery Results

Those who decide to undergo plastic surgery obviously want to look better — younger, svelte, more voluptuous or more proportionate — but they do not necessarily want to look like they have had “work done.” Everyone knows what bad cosmetic surgery results look like: a face that is stretched too tight or lips that look […]

What’s Involved in the Cost of Plastic Surgery?

The cost of plastic surgery is one factor most patients need to consider when deciding whether or not to pursue a specific cosmetic surgery procedure. The cost of cosmetic surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and the plastic surgeon’s geographic location. There are also several other variables that can come into play.

“Daddy Makeover” for Dads Who Want to Improve Their Look

You may be familiar with the concept of mommy makeover surgery, which is not a specific surgery but rather a combination of multiple surgical procedures designed to make over moms who have excess, lax skin and weakened muscles in the midsection, and smaller, flatter or droopier breasts, all due to child rearing. However, do you […]

Smoking and Plastic Surgery: A Bad Combination

Most everyone knows that smoking can lead to a host of negative consequences, including an increased risk of cancer, vascular disease (heart and circulatory problems) and emphysema. Smoking also causes signs of premature aging such as decreased skin elasticity, which can lead to wrinkles and sagging skin.

Plastic Surgery is Not Just for Women

Plastic surgery is not just for women. While they may have a hard time admitting it, men also spend time staring in the mirror and noticing physical features they are unsatisfied with. Fortunately, most plastic surgery procedures can be tailored to address the aesthetic concerns men have. Westchester plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald has dedicated […]